Tag Archives: Reward

Higher Focus

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Mark Shields

Questions for Reflection Who is God’s servant? What will nations and world leaders say about God’s servant not “looking the part” (see 52:13-15)?  Even though Israel is explicitly told why their leader, God’s servant, will not “look the part” of … Continue reading →

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Share the Good News

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Mark Shields

How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”. – Isaiah 52:7 As brought out in the post … Continue reading →

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Lift to New Heights

Posted on May 7, 2025 by Mark Shields

The picture above was taken some years ago at the Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo. After we spent some time at the fair, we went to the Joe Nichols concert. The next day, it was great weather … as … Continue reading →

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Looking Back at Isaiah 45-50 for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mark Shields

God’s purpose for each of us is intricately woven into the steps we take toward His divine will, and our journey is enriched when we align ourselves with His plan. Those who worship the One True God are lifted by … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Hand

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Mark Shields

But I said, “I have labored in vain; I have spent my strength for nothing at all. Yet what is due me is in the Lord’s hand, and my reward is with my God.” – Isaiah 49:4 From the post … Continue reading →

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